When you choose your wedding photographer, you're not just buying a service, you're investing in memories. That's why you should seek a talented photographer whose style fits your personal vision of the wedding day.

The following information will help you understand the wide range of photography options, making it easier to find the right one for you. We have put together several examples, representing the range of styles and approaches such as film and digital wedding photography used today. A basic understanding of these styles will save you plenty of time when it comes to choosing a right photographer for you.

Traditional wedding photography style:
The history of wedding photography starts with traditional style photography. This is the timeless style that you've probably seen time and time again. The hallmark of this style is carefully posed photographs of the key moments. Benefits: The traditional photographers usually use a planned "shot list", which means you'll get all the important images. Drawbacks: The photographer virtually becomes a "wedding official," directing the wedding party and guests according to a pre-planned list. This approach is very time consuming, and as a result, the bride and groom end up spending less time with their guests. The wedding album look is attractive, yet predictable.

Wedding photojournalism:
Contemporary style also known as photo reportage and documentary approach, photojournalism has become a very popular style of wedding photography, featuring a series of candid photos covering the entire day. Benefits: Wedding photojournalism gives you a series of unique images aimed to "tell the story" of your wedding day. Drawbacks: There is no pre-planned "shot list," only the photographer's instincts; images are unpredictable. Low levels of available light may cause some pictures to look grainy. The couple may regret the absence of traditional, posed portraits in their album.

Illustrative photography:
The illustrative style photographers place the subjects in certain settings to take advantage of good lighting or backgrounds. Then, once the scene is set, the couple and their party are free to be themselves, and this results in a more spontaneous feel. Unlike the photojournalism style, illustrative photography takes advantage of the photographer's artistic judgment rather than capturing a series of moments. This style often used in engagement photography.

We Look Foward To Working With You Because Your wedding day is one of the most significant days of your life. Once the guests have left and the dress is packed away, your photos will be a connection to friends, family and, most importantly, your love for each other.

If you have any questions please contact us:
Photoramalab@graceba.net

Photorama Inc.
329 Westgate Pkwy, Dothan, AL 36303
334.793.6749